It is also important to note that the Wave Class Association was formed after discussions with the Hobie Cat factory (they said, "No problem for us, but talk to the class association.") So we then talked to the people in charge of the Hobie Class Asociation, and they weren't interested in including the Waves, so they also said "No problem."

So we formed a class association for the Waves, and after it started becoming sort of successful, the Hobie Class Association decided to include the Waves under their umbrella.

So now the Waves have more different venues in which to compete, the only difference being the sails and other equipment that are allowed.

Well, the other difference is that the independent Wave Class Association has its own officers and issues numbers for the boats and has a national racing series and puts on a National Championship which will be the 9th Annual this year.

It's all for the good. <img src="http://www.catsailor.com/forums/images/graemlins/smile.gif" alt="" />